VirtualGlobetrotting: Aircraft Boneyards
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"The Boneyard" in Tuscon, Arizona is Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. It stores numerous retired aircraft, and since World War II has become one of the largest aircraft storage facilities in the world, chosen because of the area's low humidity, meager rainfall, hard alkaline soil, and high altitude which allows aircraft stored here to be naturally preserved for cannibalization or possible reuse. The geology of the desert allows aircraft to be moved around without having to pave the storage areas.

The base was named in honor of pilots Samuel H. Davis and Oscar Montana, both Tucson natives who fought in World War I. In 1927, Charles Lindbergh and the "Spirit of St. Louis," fresh from the nonstop crossing of the Atlantic Ocean, dedicated Davis-Monthan Field, then the largest municipal airport in the United States.

With the end of World War II in 1946, operations at the base came to a virtual standstill. It was then the base was selected as a storage site for hundreds of decommissioned aircraft, with the activation of the 4105th Army Air Force Unit and the base became known as "The Boneyard" when more than 600 B-29 Superfortresses and 200 C-47 Skytrains had been moved to Davis-Monthan in May of that year. Some were preserved and returned in the next conflict, the Korean War (a 1950-1953 war between North and South Korea, in which a United Nations force led by the United States of America fought alongside South Korea against China and the North with the backing of the Soviet Union), others were scrapped.

Today, Davis-Monthan is the location of the 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (AMARG), which is the sole aircraft boneyard and parts reclamation facility for all excess military and government aircraft. Aircraft from the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, NASA and other government agencies are processed at AMARG, which employs 550 people, almost all civilians. The facility also converts old fighter jets, such as the F-4 Phantom II and F-16, into aerial target drones. The base's typical inventory comprises more than 4,400 aircraft.

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The base was named in honor of pilots Samuel H. Davis and Oscar Montana, both Tucson natives who fought in World War I. In 1927, Charles Lindbergh and the "Spirit of St. Louis," fresh from the nonstop crossing of the Atlantic Ocean, dedicated Davis-Monthan Field, then the largest municipal airport in the United States.

With the end of World War II in 1946, operations at the base came to a virtual standstill. It was then the base was selected as a storage site for hundreds of decommissioned aircraft, with the activation of the 4105th Army Air Force Unit and the base became known as "The Boneyard" when more than 600 B-29 Superfortresses and 200 C-47 Skytrains had been moved to Davis-Monthan in May of that year. Some were preserved and returned in the next conflict, the Korean War (a 1950-1953 war between North and South Korea, in which a United Nations force led by the United States of America fought alongside South Korea against China and the North with the backing of the Soviet Union), others were scrapped.

Today, Davis-Monthan is the location of the 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (AMARG), which is the sole aircraft boneyard and parts reclamation facility for all excess military and government aircraft. Aircraft from the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, NASA and other government agencies are processed at AMARG, which employs 550 people, almost all civilians. The facility also converts old fighter jets, such as the F-4 Phantom II and F-16, into aerial target drones. The base's typical inventory comprises more than 4,400 aircraft.]]>1root://styleMaps#default+nicon=0x304+hicon=0x314-110.84712494,32.17357284Pdunn (VirtualGlobetrotting)
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The McDonnell Douglas/General Dynamics A-12 Avenger II was an American aircraft program from McDonnell Douglas and General Dynamics intended to be an all-weather, carrier-based stealth bomber replacement for the A-6 Intruder in the United States Navy and Marines. The A-12 project was canceled in 1991 due to high costs.

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One of the B-52s is an RB-52B-30-BO Stratofortress (Serial Number 53-0379A) which transferred to AFFTC in 1965, where it was used extensively for "Barrier Tests". It was deleted from USAF inventory in 1970. Now at south end of Rogers Dry Lakebed it sits there in its current (abused) condition.
The other is B-52E-55BW (Serial Number 57-0119) which was loaned to General Electric for engine tests in the 60s and it now in three pieces just off the lake bed. This particular 'Buff' was used to test the General Electric TF-39 for the Lockheed C-5A "Galaxy" program. The TF-39 was mounted on the right inboard engine pylon in place of the two J57s normally installed.

Then in 1991, the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) put into motion a reduction in the number of "Strategic Nuclear Delivery Vehicles." As part of complying with this treaty, the U.S. began the task of destroying over 350 B-52s. C, D, E, F and G model B-52s have been destroyed. H models are still part of the Air Force fleet and the venerable B-52 will probably set longevity records as it continues to serve far into the future. The START treaty also called for verification by "National Technical Means," e.g. satellite. The B-52s being destroyed are chopped into sections and left sitting for 90 days so that Russian and Ukrainian satellites can verify the number being destroyed.
However, one day a photo interpreter in the former Soviet Union noticed the "strategic weapons" ready for activation at a moments notice on the edge of an active U.S. Air Force Base. Little did they know the real condition of either aircraft. The Russians insisted that according to treaty, one of the B-52's had to be rendered inoperable. So, one day some lucky guys from Edwards AFB got to blow up their first B-52 (the unlucky 0119). After placing some high explosive in the fuselage (and perhaps running like hell) the B-52 was rendered inoperable to the satisfaction of the Russians. [check-six.com]

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The other is B-52E-55BW (Serial Number 57-0119) which was loaned to General Electric for engine tests in the 60s and it now in three pieces just off the lake bed. This particular 'Buff' was used to test the General Electric TF-39 for the Lockheed C-5A "Galaxy" program. The TF-39 was mounted on the right inboard engine pylon in place of the two J57s normally installed.

Then in 1991, the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) put into motion a reduction in the number of "Strategic Nuclear Delivery Vehicles." As part of complying with this treaty, the U.S. began the task of destroying over 350 B-52s. C, D, E, F and G model B-52s have been destroyed. H models are still part of the Air Force fleet and the venerable B-52 will probably set longevity records as it continues to serve far into the future. The START treaty also called for verification by "National Technical Means," e.g. satellite. The B-52s being destroyed are chopped into sections and left sitting for 90 days so that Russian and Ukrainian satellites can verify the number being destroyed.
However, one day a photo interpreter in the former Soviet Union noticed the "strategic weapons" ready for activation at a moments notice on the edge of an active U.S. Air Force Base. Little did they know the real condition of either aircraft. The Russians insisted that according to treaty, one of the B-52's had to be rendered inoperable. So, one day some lucky guys from Edwards AFB got to blow up their first B-52 (the unlucky 0119). After placing some high explosive in the fuselage (and perhaps running like hell) the B-52 was rendered inoperable to the satisfaction of the Russians. [check-six.com]]]>1root://styleMaps#default+nicon=0x304+hicon=0x314-117.85205800,34.81922900photog (VirtualGlobetrotting)
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The C-123 Provider, designed originally as an assault glider aircraft for the United States Air Force by Chase Aircraft, was developed into a powered transport aircraft by the Fairchild Company, and went on to serve most notably with various armed forces in South East Asia. The aircraft itself would also be the testbed for a number of experimental versions designed at improving its Short Take-Off and Landing (STOL) capabilities, and was even developed into a bomber that was tested by the USAF.

In 1980, the Royal Thai government, seeking to extend the life of their C-123 fleet, placed a contract with the Monarco Aircraft Company, supported by the USAF, to convert a single C-123B to turboprop powerplants. Allison T56-A-7 turboprops were used, but by the time the aircraft, dubbed C-123T, was complete it had new wet wings, an Auxiliery Power Unit (APU) to assist with power steering of the control surfaces, and heating system for the cargo compartments that also fed a new deicing system. Budgetary restrictions forced the Thai government to abandon the program in 1981, and with a lack of interested parties development of the C-123T stopped. However, it concluded the life of the C-123 by making it the only (at least this is claimed) aircraft to operate as a glider, jet, combustion, and turboprop during its history.

This is C-123T 56-4357.

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In 1980, the Royal Thai government, seeking to extend the life of their C-123 fleet, placed a contract with the Monarco Aircraft Company, supported by the USAF, to convert a single C-123B to turboprop powerplants. Allison T56-A-7 turboprops were used, but by the time the aircraft, dubbed C-123T, was complete it had new wet wings, an Auxiliery Power Unit (APU) to assist with power steering of the control surfaces, and heating system for the cargo compartments that also fed a new deicing system. Budgetary restrictions forced the Thai government to abandon the program in 1981, and with a lack of interested parties development of the C-123T stopped. However, it concluded the life of the C-123 by making it the only (at least this is claimed) aircraft to operate as a glider, jet, combustion, and turboprop during its history.

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Never before has it been more true that you can learn a lot about somebody by their garbage, than within the discard piles at Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works. Chances are, the entire history and future of aviation can be found in these piles.

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The Saab 37 Viggen (Thunderbolt) was a Swedish single-seat, single-engine, short-medium range fighter aircraft and attack aircraft, manufactured between 1970 and 1990. Several variants were produced to perform the roles of all-weather fighter-interceptor, ground attack, and photo-reconnaissance, as well as two-seat trainer variants.

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The aircraft is a PBY-5A model and was bought from the US Navy by Thomas W Kendall, a retired businessman who converted it to a luxury flying yacht.

In the spring of 1960 Mr Kendall took a pleasure trip around the world with his wife and children together with his secretary and her son. A photographer joined the group to cover part of the trip for life magazine.

On the 22nd March 1960 they landed at the Strait of Tirana and anchored the aircraft a short distance from the shore to spend the night there. They heard someone shouting but did not pay any attention.

In the afternoon of the following day they were attacked with machine guns and automatic firearms from a headland nearby. The children were able to swim back to the aircraft. Mr Kendal and his secretary were wounded while trying to start the Catalina but moved it about 800 metres, unfortunately it ran aground on a coral reef.

The firing lasted 30 to 40 minutes and no fewer than 300 shots hit the aircraft. The fuel tanks were perforated and 4000 litres of fuel poured from the holes but miraculously the aircraft did not catch fire. The sea was only about 1.5 meters deep and all aboard managed to leave the aircraft and reach the shore.

On the beach they were captured by a group of Bedouins attached to the Saudi Arabian army, who had taken them to be Israeli commandos. They were eventually taken to Jeddah, interrogated and finally set free with the help of the American Ambassador. The Ambassador protested to the Saudi Arabian government but they refused to accept any liability for the attack and consequent loss of the aircraft.

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In the spring of 1960 Mr Kendall took a pleasure trip around the world with his wife and children together with his secretary and her son. A photographer joined the group to cover part of the trip for life magazine.

On the 22nd March 1960 they landed at the Strait of Tirana and anchored the aircraft a short distance from the shore to spend the night there. They heard someone shouting but did not pay any attention.

In the afternoon of the following day they were attacked with machine guns and automatic firearms from a headland nearby. The children were able to swim back to the aircraft. Mr Kendal and his secretary were wounded while trying to start the Catalina but moved it about 800 metres, unfortunately it ran aground on a coral reef.

The firing lasted 30 to 40 minutes and no fewer than 300 shots hit the aircraft. The fuel tanks were perforated and 4000 litres of fuel poured from the holes but miraculously the aircraft did not catch fire. The sea was only about 1.5 meters deep and all aboard managed to leave the aircraft and reach the shore.

On the beach they were captured by a group of Bedouins attached to the Saudi Arabian army, who had taken them to be Israeli commandos. They were eventually taken to Jeddah, interrogated and finally set free with the help of the American Ambassador. The Ambassador protested to the Saudi Arabian government but they refused to accept any liability for the attack and consequent loss of the aircraft.]]>1root://styleMaps#default+nicon=0x304+hicon=0x31434.60866100,28.09055200Pdunn (VirtualGlobetrotting)
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Birthplace to many of aerospace's most advanced aircraft, including the SR-71, U-2, F-117, P-80 and countless other aviation legends, stroll through Lockheed's legendary Skunkworks and you're certain to catch glimpses of of aviation's historic past as well as its promising future.

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Airliner under some kind of rig at Narita International Airport, possibly for maintnance?

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TV set for a new television series, Trauma. Late October, 2009 was when the film set was set up and filmed.

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The Boeing B-29 Superfortress was a four-engine propeller-driven heavy bomber that was flown by the United States Military in World War II and the Korean War, and by other nations afterward. The name "Superfortress" was derived from that of its well-known predecessor, the B-17 Flying Fortress, and carried on a series of names for Boeing-built bombers followed by the B-50, B-47 Stratojet and B-52 Stratofortress.

The B-29 was one of the largest airplanes to see service during World War II. A very advanced bomber for this time period, it included features such as a pressurized cabin, an electronic fire control system, and remote controlled machine-gun turrets. Though it was designed as a high-altitude daytime bomber, in practice it actually flew more low-altitude nighttime incendiary bombing missions. It was the primary aircraft in the American firebombing campaign against the Empire of Japan in the final months of World War II, and carried the atomic bombs that destroyed Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Unlike many other bombers, the B-29 remained in service long after the war ended, with a few even being employed as flying television transmitters for the Stratovision company. The type was finally retired in the early 1960s, with 3,960 aircraft in all built.

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The B-29 was one of the largest airplanes to see service during World War II. A very advanced bomber for this time period, it included features such as a pressurized cabin, an electronic fire control system, and remote controlled machine-gun turrets. Though it was designed as a high-altitude daytime bomber, in practice it actually flew more low-altitude nighttime incendiary bombing missions. It was the primary aircraft in the American firebombing campaign against the Empire of Japan in the final months of World War II, and carried the atomic bombs that destroyed Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Unlike many other bombers, the B-29 remained in service long after the war ended, with a few even being employed as flying television transmitters for the Stratovision company. The type was finally retired in the early 1960s, with 3,960 aircraft in all built.]]>1root://styleMaps#default+nicon=0x304+hicon=0x314-117.67730200,35.67707600Concord977 (VirtualGlobetrotting)
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Has been in OKC for at least 10 years.

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Fuselage of Bristol 175 Britannia 312F (G-AOVS) at London-Luton airport. It was originally delivered to BOAC in 1958 and used by them until 1965. It was then used by various other UK airlines, since 1966 as a freighter and withdrawn from use in 1979. It then starred in a BBC TV series Buccaneer and after that was donated to Luton to be used as fire training. In 2002 it was replaced by a purpose built training rig.

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I thought it might be to a heavy transport aircraft, but haven't come across any with this wing shape. Any guesses?

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Boeing in pieces after what looks like a ground accident at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)

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What appears to be the burnt-out remains of an airliner being turned into scrap at the aircraft graveyard at the former George Air Force Base.

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Awaiting restoration in the boneyard of the New England Air Museum

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Perhaps used for fire training but there is not the usual pit around it. nor scorched ground.

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There used to be a C-47 fuselage along the edge of the 57th Fighter Squadron SE of the airport. I wonder if this is it.

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The Republic F-84F Thunderstreak was an American-built swept-wing turbojet fighter-bomber. While an evolutionary development of the straight-wing F-84 Thunderjet, the F-84F was a new design. The RF-84F Thunderflash was a photo reconnaissance version.

The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was a single-engined, high-performance, supersonic interceptor aircraft that served with the United States Air Force (USAF) from 1958 until 1967. The Danish Air Force initially received 25 licensed built Canadair F-104G and four Lockheed TF-104Gs under the Military Assistance Program. Surplus Canadian aircraft were transferred between 1972-74 (15 CF-104 and seven CF-104D). A total of 51 Starfighters were operated by Denmark before their retirement in 1986. Fifteen surplus F-104Gs and three TF-104Gs were transferred to Taiwan in 1987.

]]>Republic F-84F Thunderstreak was an American-built swept-wing turbojet fighter-bomber. While an evolutionary development of the straight-wing F-84 Thunderjet, the F-84F was a new design. The RF-84F Thunderflash was a photo reconnaissance version.

The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was a single-engined, high-performance, supersonic interceptor aircraft that served with the United States Air Force (USAF) from 1958 until 1967. The Danish Air Force initially received 25 licensed built Canadair F-104G and four Lockheed TF-104Gs under the Military Assistance Program. Surplus Canadian aircraft were transferred between 1972-74 (15 CF-104 and seven CF-104D). A total of 51 Starfighters were operated by Denmark before their retirement in 1986. Fifteen surplus F-104Gs and three TF-104Gs were transferred to Taiwan in 1987.]]>1root://styleMaps#default+nicon=0x304+hicon=0x3149.11041300,56.31053500Rene73 (VirtualGlobetrotting)
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In what may be one of the most depressing before and after scenes yet, cycle through the various compass points, and you will see an entire fleet of classic transports (Lockheed Electras) turned into nothing more than metal shavings by this monster and its voracious appetite. Gone forever.

The C-2A Greyhound is a twin-engine cargo aircraft, designed to provide critical logistics support to aircraft carriers of the United States Navy. Its primary mission is Carrier Onboard Delivery (COD).

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The C-2A Greyhound is a twin-engine cargo aircraft, designed to provide critical logistics support to aircraft carriers of the United States Navy. Its primary mission is Carrier Onboard Delivery (COD).]]>1root://styleMaps#default+nicon=0x304+hicon=0x314-76.12899400,36.70213200Pdunn (VirtualGlobetrotting)
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Awaiting restoration in the boneyard of the New England Air Museum

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Just off State Highway 121 and Industrial Blvd is a small industrial building that has what look like several F-16 fuselages in their back lot. I've driven by the place a few times and they appear to be full-scale but curiously don't appear to be actual F-16 fuselages but more like mockups or full-sized models. I'm not sure what they're used for (movie production? testing?), but here they are in Live Local.........

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The remains of a handful of aircraft are here, including the fuselage of a fighter plane to the north

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The Phoenix-Goodyear Municipal Airport (a former naval air station) hosts one of the largest passengers to cargo jet conversion projects in the world. This one looks like it's being "parted out".

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Fire training area at Copenhagen airport has some interesting aircraft: Saab Draken, Fokker F-27, Sud Aviation Caravelle fuselage. The burned fuselage in the middle seems not a purpose built rig but also a Caravelle.

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Fuselage of a Hawker Siddeley Nimrod maritime reconnaissance plane at BAe's Woodford airfield in Woodford Manchester. BAe is currently converting earlier Nimrod MR.2s to the very much revised MRA.4 version at Woodford. This might be one of airframes designated for that purpose.

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It checked closeby but those refer to a spot more south.

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The British Aircraft Corporation One-Eleven, also known as the BAC 1-11, the BAC-111 or the BAC-1-11, was a British short-range jet airliner of the 1960s and 1970s. Conceived by Hunting, it was developed and produced by the British Aircraft Corporation when Hunting merged into BAC along with other British aircraft makers in 1960.

Type Short-range jetliner
Manufacturer British Aircraft Corporation
Maiden flight 1963-08-20
Introduced 1965
Produced 1963-1982 (Britain)
1982-1989 (Romania)
Number built 244]]>1root://styleMaps#default+nicon=0x304+hicon=0x314-0.75334145,51.28219556Hinkkanen (VirtualGlobetrotting)
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This looks like Hawker Siddeley Trident. Can anyone identify this particular airframe (G-ARPP?)? There were many stored at Prestwick but I thought they were all scrapped long ago.

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BAC Jet Provost (or Strikemaster) and an unknown airliner or transport fuselage at what looks like a dump at BAe Systems Warton facility. Does anybody have more info?